REQ-10011819
Jún 21, 2024
Poland

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The Material Implementation Expert is responsible for the introduction and management of the lifecycle of materials in accordance with the defined strategy, with the goals of managing risks associated with the supply of materials and optimizing material costs across the entire supply chain. It collaborates with various functions (e.g., procurement, quality, supply, MS&T, etc.) and locations, and coordinates of activities with the aim of achieving common goals.

About the Role

Location: Warsaw, Poland #LI-Hybrid

Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Acts as a key link connecting the needs of locations with the procurement strategy. 
  • Identification of harmonization opportunities and leading related activities to reduce complexity. 
  • Coordinate new project’s endorsement 
  • Responsibility for the implementation and management of the material lifecycle at the level of material/category/platform. 
  • Supports sites with coordinating identification of suitable material for site needs and implementation of it. 
  • Overseeing the timely completion of implementation activities related to the material lifecycle. 
  • Supervise the implementation of sourcing plans for the category & deliver category savings targets following engagement in the target setting process. 
  • Identification of potential risks and preparation of risk management plans. 
  • Responsibility for preparing (together with other responsible persons) a BCP at the material level. 
  • Implementation and adherence to all instructions and requirements for ensuring safe work, environmental protection, and property protection. 
  • Organizing and leading meetings related to the introduction of materials and preparing minutes. 
  • Responsibility for reporting the status of implementation. 
  • Ensuring timely information to all stakeholders. 
  • Consolidation and preparation of data/information for Product & Project Review. 
  • Responsibility for escalations in accordance with escalation procedures. 
  • Drives material implementation governance – chair P&PR review meeting.   
  • Get the projects endorsed during governance  
  • Highlight hot topics to leadership and get support for critical projects

Essential Requirements:

  • Graduate in sciences – biochemical, chemical or pharmaceutical sciences with higher level degree (MBA, PhD)
  • 5-10 years of relevant business experience in large corporate organizations (industry specific experience is a plus).
  • Strong leadership skills, excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Technical operations, development, product life cycle management, cross-functional leadership, and new supplier qualification skills are a plus
  • Expertise in organizational dynamics and culture, ability to gain trust and confidence at all levels in the organization, leadership and project management experience
  • Previous experience and strong mindset in continuous improvement and change management with a focus in the Direct materials domain.
  • Needs to be able to work independently and reliably without much direction and guidance.
  • Experience in international, complex and dynamic environments.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve

         

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Operations
Innovative Medicines
Poland
Warsaw
Turkey
Slovenia
Czech Republic
Procurement
Full time
Regular
No

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patients and communities we serve.

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REQ-10011819

Material Implementation Expert

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